Programs and focus areas

Emergency Department

The St. Michael's Hospital emergency department is a regional trauma and stroke centre open 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

If you are in a life threatening situation, dial 911 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. If you are unsure whether it is an emergency, visit your closest hospital emergency department or call Telehealth Ontario toll-free at 1-866-797-0000.

How to get to Emergency

Emergency is located at the corner of Victoria and Shuter Streets and one block east and north of Queen and Yonge. Please note that you cannot access Emergency if you enter the hospital from our Queen Street entrance. Please go directly to Emergency.

Parking

You cannot park at the emergency entrance; this parking is for ambulances only. There are several privately-run parking lots in the vicinity. Public transportation is highly recommended (exit at the north end of the Queen subway station).